Engine Oil Pressure: Testing and Inspection

ENGINE OIL PRESSURE CHECK
1. oil quantity.








CAUTION: Since sealant is applied to the thread of the engine oil pressure switch, take care not to damage the engine oil pressure switch when removing it.

2. Remove the engine oil pressure switch.
3. Install the engine oil pressure gauge.

NOTE: Use a 1/8 pipe thread adapter

4. Run the engine to warm it.
5. After the engine has been warmed up, check that engine oil pressure is within the standard value.

Standard value:
At idle: 29 kPa (4.2 psi) or more
At 3,500 r/min: 294 - 686 kPa (43 - 100 psi)

6. Remove the engine oil pressure gauge.
7. Install the engine oil pressure switch.